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February 23, 2026 19:19 E-Paper E-Magazine

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Kim Long Motor and AOJ Suzhou enter strategic partnership

Kim Long Motor and AOJ Suzhou signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Ho Chi Minh City on February 14.

ASEAN unveils digital outlook, AI readiness research

New reports map ASEAN’s digital maturity and AI readiness, highlighting progress in skills training and governance across the region.

Norfund invests $4 million in Vietnam plastics recycling

Norfund is investing $4 million in Circular Plastics Company to expand PET recycling in Vietnam amid rising demand for recycled materials.

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• Entire financial sector steps firmly into a new spring

  The financial sector has concluded a landmark year, encompassing the final year of the 13th National Party Congress term, large-scale institutional restructuring, and the consolidation of key foundations for Vietnam’s next phase of development.

• VIFC in Ho Chi Minh City officially launches

  The Vietnam International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City has been launched.

• VNPAY and NAPAS deepen cooperation on digital payments

  VNPAY and NAPAS sign cooperation agreement to develop payment technologies, expand cross-border QR payments, and support Vietnam’s digital payments.

Vietnam’s tourism advances sustainability in 2026

Marico buys 75 per cent of Vietnam skincare startup Skinetiq

Citi sharpens its focus on institutional banking

Agro-forestry and fisheries exports jump nearly 30 per cent in January

Vietnam, New Zealand seek level-up in ties

Rising demand for high-quality fruit is opening new trade opportunities between New Zealand and Vietnam. Scott James, New Zealand Consul General and Trade Commissioner, spoke with VIR’s Oanh Do about export strengths, market priorities, and prospects for deeper trade ties.

Untapped potential in relations with Indonesia

Indonesia-Vietnam relations are witnessing their heyday. Indonesian Ambassador to Vietnam Adam M. Tugio writes about how to improve bilateral economy, trade, and investment ties even further.

German strengths match Vietnamese aspirations

German cooperation prospects in 2026 Vietnam and Germany are intensifying multifaceted ties fuelled by their strategic partnership.

Corporate

CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Media OutReach Newswire Corporate February 20, 2026 | 15:02

Myriad risks ahead, but ones Vietnam can confront

Vietnam enters 2026 from a position of strength and is currently one of the fastest-growing economies in Asia. This strong recent performance reflects not only a rebound from recent shocks, but also deeper structural changes in how the economy is evolving. Corporate February 20, 2026 | 09:37

Vietnam making the leap into AI and semiconductors

Vietnam is increasingly focusing on AI and semiconductor-related activities as part of a broader recalibration of its industrial development model. Among European and international investors, this ambition is no longer seen as aspirational. It is increasingly seen as executable, underpinned by a clear national strategy and two decades of industrial upgrading. CEO Talk February 17, 2026 | 10:00

Values-driven leadership at Standard Chartered Vietnam

As Lunar New Year prompts reflection, Standard Chartered Vietnam CEO Nguyen Thuy Hanh shares her views on leadership and kindness in business. Biz Link February 10, 2026 | 12:06

Agentic AI set to reshape Vietnam’s enterprise landscape

Salesforce says agentic AI will help Vietnamese firms boost productivity, enhance competitiveness, and climb the digital value chain.

Investing

M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Investing February 19, 2026 | 20:27

Bright prospects abound in European investment

Vietnam continues to position itself as a resilient and attractive destination for European businesses. Erick Contreras, vice chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam, discussed with VIR’s Bich Thuy the performance and key trends ahead for European business. Investing February 19, 2026 | 20:13

Internal strengths attest to commitment to progress

Vietnam has formed internal strengths that will help it mitigate the effect of the world’s uncertainties. Dr. Christian Kamm, president of US-backed firm Kamm Investment, looks at the impact a growing economy will have on the country. M&A February 10, 2026 | 14:44

Marico buys 75 per cent of Vietnam skincare startup Skinetiq

Marico Limited on February 9 announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a 75 per cent equity stake in Skinetiq JSC. Outbound Investment February 03, 2026 | 17:18

Vietnamese businesses diversify amid global trade shifts

Vietnamese businesses are accelerating market diversification across Southeast Asia.

Your Consultant

KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Vilasia Your Consultant February 20, 2026 | 14:55

Economic factors and themes to be mindful of

The medium term is expected to be shaped by diverging central bank policies, rising geopolitical risks, and shifting capital flows. Your Consultant February 20, 2026 | 09:27

Talent boost vital for semiconductor chip industry

Vietnam and Japan are deepening their relationship in developing personnel to support the former’s burgeoning semiconductor industry. Prof. Usagawa Tsuyoshi, of the Vietnam-Japan University under the Vietnam National University in Hanoi, spoke with VIR’s Thanh Thanh about the evolving partnership and what Vietnam must do to cultivate a world-class semiconductor workforce. KPMG December 08, 2025 | 10:05

Opportunities reshaped by disciplined capital aspects

Across Southeast Asia, dealmaking remained relatively subdued for much of 2025, as tighter financial conditions, valuation gaps, regulatory uncertainty and geopolitical risks tempered investor sentiment. PwC February 09, 2026 | 17:42

PwC launches global workforce survey

PwC Vietnam launch its Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey 2025 on February 6. Indochine Counsel February 13, 2026 | 08:00

Need-to-know aspects ahead of AI law

Managing partner Dang The Duc and senior associate Thai Gia Han of Indochine Counsel point out the key takeaways and what businesses need to know ahead of implementation.

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Opinion Chairman Pham Hong Diep

Shinec pioneers green, digital, and circular IPs in Vietnam

Yap Kwong Weng CEO of Vietnam SuperPort

Vietnam SuperPort: Exploring new terrain in green logistics